
The University of Surrey is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research. With a beautiful and vibrant campus, we provide exceptional teaching and practical learning to inspire and empower our students for personal and professional success. Through our world-class research and innovation, we deliver transformational impact on society and shape future digital economy through agile collaboration and partnership with businesses, governments and communities.
At Surrey, we’re committed to delivering the best student experience which is why we’re ranked 25th in the UK for student satisfaction in the National Student Survey 2021. We’re constantly making changes to improve our university and campus to ensure your time here is the best it can be.
Teaching Excellence Framework Award (TEF)

The University of Surrey has received a prestigious Gold award in the first-ever Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF).
Open Days
To learn more about studying at Surrey, book a place on a campus tour or visit our Discover Surrey pages.
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- Saturday 10th September 2022
- Vet School
- Undergraduate
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- Sunday 9th October 2022
- Except Vet School
- Undergraduate
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Employability
You’ll start preparing for your future from your first day on campus and will be given endless opportunities to boost your employability, from experiencing life in another country to getting hands-on experience in a professional environment. Our track record for graduate employability is one of the best in the UK, with 96 per cent of our undergraduates and 97 per cent of our postgraduates in employment (or further study) within 15 months of graduating (Graduate Outcomes survey 2020, HESA). We’ve also been awarded ‘University of the Year for Graduate Employment’ in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide for 2022.
Caring Campus
We do everything we can to make you feel safe, settled and happy during your time at university. We want our campus to feel like home and for you to quickly become part of our close-knit community. Our staff always put our students first. No matter what you need, there’s someone at Surrey who can help. We have a dedicated student advice and support hub at MySurrey Hive, friendly International Student Support teams, and students on placement have access to support and mentoring from their teaching staff. We’ve even created a dedicated space on campus, MySurrey Nest, where students can focus on their wellbeing.
We’ll be providing all of our undergraduates and postgraduate taught students with free digital copies of their essential textbooks. This is part of our commitment to making university more accessible, enabling you to learn in a more digital environment.
Student Life and Sports
Life at university is more than just lectures and coursework, we make sure that your university experience is as varied and fulfilling as possible, providing you with endless opportunities to make the most out of your time with us.
If you’re interested in sport or want to keep active during your time at university, Surrey Sports Park, is home to a wide range of first-class facilities, including an eight-lane Olympic sized swimming pool, 120 station gym and 10m high climbing walls. If you just want to have fun and meet new people our Students’ Union also has a wide range of exciting clubs and societies, and organises unforgettable events to ensure you have the best possible university experience.
Travel information
Guildford is easily accessible. It’s adjacent to the A3 main road and on the direct railway line between London Waterloo and Portsmouth. There is also a frequent bus service between the Guildford town centre and the University campus, which runs late into the night. Major train lines also allow for easy travel to other parts of the country and beyond.
Featured Societies

Electronic and Amateur Radio Society (E.A.R.S.)
The Electronics & Amateur Radio Society aims to promote and support members with all aspects of electronics, amateur radio and space technology .Surrey EARS is the society at the University of Surrey for all things Electronics, Radio & Space Technology - even some Computer Science and Physics!

Jazz Orchestra
They are the super duper fun and relaxed University of Surrey Jazz Orchestra! They play all types of jazz, including swing like our favourite Sing! Sing! Sing! But we also can’t help but let our funky side strut through with songs like Chameleon and Reptile. We’re always open to song suggestions as well as student compositions and arrangements so bring them along!

People and Planet
They are the People and Planet society, part of a national network of student groups from Universities & Colleges across the UK People and Planet Network; a democratic grass root organisation campaigning on environmental, world poverty and social justice issues.

Surrey Dance Squad
They are a student based and student led dance squad. They celebrate a number of styles, welcome all abilities and focus on enjoyment! They have 7 competitive dance teams that rehearse every week: Advanced Jazz, Novice Jazz, Advance Contemporary, Novice Contemporary, Tap, Ballet, and Hip Hop. The teams compete with other Universities at competitions throughout the year, up and down the country.
Other Contact Details
General:
Tel: +44 (0)1483 300800
Fax: +44 (0)1483 300803
Course enquiries:
Telephone: 0800 980 3200
Undergraduate: [email protected]
Postgraduate: [email protected]
Open days:
Email: [email protected]
Tel: 01483 681681
Address:
University of Surrey
Guildford
Surrey
GU2 7XH
United Kingdom